1972 BMW 520 vs. 2004 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1972 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1147 kg more than 1972 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lincoln Navigator (481 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2004 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | BMW | Lincoln |
| Model | 520 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 106 L |
